Leonard Leo Says Biden's Supreme Court Changes Could Backfire

Hispanic lawmakers expressed strong disapproval of President Joe Biden's recent proposal for significant changes to the Supreme Court, labeling it a politically motivated maneuver. Critics argue that this initiative could energize conservative voters ahead of the upcoming presidential election, allowing Republican candidates to highlight their successes related to the Constitution and the rule of law. The proposal has raised concerns about its potential to reshape the court's integrity and influence. In a speech delivered in Texas, President Biden criticized the current ethics code of the Supreme Court, describing it as "weak," and condemned some of its recent rulings as "extreme." However, legal experts, including Leo from the Federalist Society, have dismissed Biden's overhaul as an attempt to "pack the Supreme Court" and undermine its integrity without substantial justification. They argue that this reflects a broader disdain among Democrats for the current court's composition and decisions. Leo emphasized that the ongoing debate is driven by the Democrats' dissatisfaction with the Supreme Court's rulings, suggesting that their efforts to impose new regulations stem from a desire to limit the court's power. He warned that such actions could jeopardize the rule of law, likening the situation to a "banana republic" where judicial independence is compromised. Looking ahead, concerns persist about the implications of a potential Democratic majority in the Senate and the presidency, with fears that court packing could become a reality if Vice President Kamala Harris were to ascend to the presidency.